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Mainstreet Credit Union named by Forbes as one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions in 2026

The ranking is based on an independent survey of U.S. consumers and publicly available reviews

LENEXA, KS (June 17, 2026) |

Mainstreet Credit Union has been ranked second for the state of Kansas in the Forbes list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026. This prestigious recognition is presented in partnership with Statista, a leading global provider of market data and industry rankings. The award list announced today, is available on the Forbes website.

The America's Best-In-State Credit Unions 2026 ranking is based on an independent survey of thousands of U.S. consumers, as well as publicly available reviews. To be eligible, credit unions must have received a minimum number of evaluations, with awarded institutions averaging more than 635 evaluations.

The ranking focuses on institutions that operate in 14 states or fewer and are not online-only providers, underscoring the importance of strong regional and community-based financial relationships.Institutions are evaluated based on key criteria including customer satisfaction, trust, financial advice, digital services, terms and conditions, and member service. Rankings are determined by analyzing overall performance and member sentiment, with top-performing credit unions in each state recognized. The number of awarded institutions varies by state, based on population size and the number of eligible institutions meeting the evaluation threshold.

This award highlights credit unions that excel in delivering trusted, high-quality financial services and strong member experiences at the local level. Mainstreet Credit Union was previously recognized by Forbes as a Best-In-State Credit Unions in 2025.

“Being named to the Forbes list is a meaningful honor and a reflection of the work our team has done over many years to earn the trust of our members,” said Bob Mayes, president and CEO of Main Street Credit Union. “We have remained focused on strengthening the member experience, investing in the tools and services people need, and staying true to our mission of helping our communities thrive. While recognition like this is never the goal, it is deeply appreciated and reinforces our commitment to being welcoming, knowledgeable and accountable in how we serve members every day.”

Mainstreet Credit Union has nine locations in the greater Kansas City area. Learn more at Mainstreet Credit Union.

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